Application Guide
How to Apply for Campaign Manager - Energy Affordability
at 350.org
🏢 About 350.org
350.org is a global grassroots movement driving climate action in over 188 countries, focusing on keeping carbon in our atmosphere below 350 ppm. They mobilize ordinary people for universal clean energy access and ending fossil fuels, rooted in local organizing and justice principles. Working here means joining a diverse, inclusive team committed to building power for impactful climate solutions.
About This Role
As Campaign Manager - Energy Affordability, you will lead the development and rollout of a national campaign linking energy affordability to 350.org's global climate goals. This role is impactful because it addresses a critical intersection of climate justice and economic relief, mobilizing communities to advocate for affordable clean energy. You'll coordinate strategy, partnerships, and grassroots actions to drive measurable reductions in fossil fuel emissions while building movement power.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might start with a virtual check-in with your team to align on campaign milestones, followed by strategy calls with partner organizations or grassroots leaders. You could spend time analyzing energy affordability data, drafting campaign materials, or coordinating an action day. Afternoons often involve stakeholder meetings, grant reporting, or planning next steps for mobilizing communities.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who 350.org Is Looking For
- Experienced in campaign management with a focus on climate, energy, or social justice, ideally with a track record of running national-level campaigns.
- Skilled in grassroots organizing and coalition-building, able to unite diverse stakeholders around energy affordability and climate action.
- Strong strategic thinker who can connect local affordability issues to global climate narratives, with excellent communication and project management skills.
- Passionate about justice and equity, with experience working with frontline communities affected by energy poverty and fossil fuel pollution.
📝 Tips for Applying to 350.org
Highlight specific experience with energy affordability or climate justice campaigns, including measurable outcomes like policy wins or community engagement metrics.
Demonstrate understanding of 350.org's values (justice, grassroots power) by referencing their published values in your cover letter.
Tailor your resume to show remote work experience and ability to collaborate across time zones, as this is a remote role.
Include examples of leading diverse teams or coalitions, especially with frontline or marginalized communities.
Mention familiarity with global climate movements and how local affordability campaigns fit into broader strategies.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
["Emphasize your commitment to climate justice and how energy affordability aligns with 350.org's mission.", 'Showcase your experience in campaign strategy, particularly national-level campaigns with grassroots components.', 'Highlight your ability to connect local issues to global narratives and mobilize diverse stakeholders.', "Demonstrate understanding of 350.org's approach: building power through local organizing for systemic change."]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Review 350.org's current campaigns and recent wins, especially around energy justice and affordability.
- → Read their published values and mission statement to align your application language.
- → Explore their global campaign on energy affordability and how it connects to national efforts.
- → Look into their organizational structure and remote work culture to understand team dynamics.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention energy affordability or 350.org's specific approach.
- Focusing only on policy advocacy without emphasizing grassroots organizing and community power.
- Ignoring the justice and equity lens; avoid framing energy affordability solely as an economic issue without climate context.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!